Dalton Rushing Takes Over Leadoff Spot in Lineup

The Los Angeles Dodgers will keep Shohei Ohtani out of the lineup once again while he pitches in Tuesday’s game against the Houston Astros. Tuesday’s game marks the third time the Dodgers have kept Ohtani out of the lineup while he pitches, with the other two instances coming against the New York Mets and Miami Marlins in April. He has pitched well in games where he doesn’t hit, and will look to keep his strong start to the season going against the Astros as LA looks for a series win.

Dalton Rushing takes Ohtani’s spot as the designated hitter, and will also take his spot at the top of the lineup. Apr 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) hits an RBI single during the sixth inning against the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images Who is in the Dodgers’ Lineup on Tuesday?

Rushing will lead off for the Dodgers, and a fairly standard lineup will follow outside of that big change. First baseman Freddie Freeman bats second, and catcher Will Smith keeps his place at the No. 3 spot.

Right fielder Kyle Tucker moves up in the lineup after his big night on Monday, and left fielder Teoscar Hernandez moves down to fifth. Third baseman Max Muncy bats sixth, followed by center fielder Andy Pages at seventh. Second baseman Alex Freeland moves up to eighth in the lineup, and shortstop Miguel Rojas will end the order.